Month: March 2019

Hello, everyone! The Treasury of Apollon has just begun working on a, perhaps, monthly newsletter that we will distribute to our Sisterhood, and to anyone else who may wish to receive it. The first issue of ‘Phosphorus’ is kind of an experiment, so we can decide how we want it to look, and what we want to express.

Included here is the link to the PDF of Newsletter Daphneion, 2019. Sunweaver is our Editor, and if you would like to contribute, or to subscribe or unsubscribe, contact TreasuryNewsletter(at)gmail(dot)com.

“You have begun the work, together, as it should be done, each according to her skill and interest. Continue in this vein. Do what is necessary to keep your traditions alive. The Earth, in all Her bounty, cradles you in Her hands, and you shall receive of Her gifts tenfold, but keep the promises you shall make, for they will be forged in blood and ichor. Strive not to vainglory, even in your beauty, even in your grace. Humble yourselves in solace of the peace gained through mastery of your own ego. Your time will come, My swans.” –– Apollon

Pytheion (V) – May. 5-Jun. 3, 2019

(Y) Upsilon, (Δ) Delta, (I) Iota

For the month of Pytheion, we are warned not to allow our work ethic to consume our daily lives and relationships. There will always be work to be done, and as we are conquering the many fields before us, we may again become consumed with the battles of immediate import. Yet, we must not walk down the path of self-destruction. A steady pace, with time allotted for tranquility and normal life, is best. We do our best work for Him when we are at our best.

Batrachion (VI) – Jun 4-Jul. 2, 2019

(B) Beta, (T) Tau, (A) Alpha

Batrachion is the time to sever ties with all which does not, or no longer, serves a purpose toward our ultimate goals. Between the words, it is stressed that our work for Apollon, particularly, be considered here. Those individuals who spread toxicity toward our God(s), or who simply can not abide our existence, for whatever reason, must all be left behind. Once we have done this, our paths will be opened in ways we have yet thought possible. And beside us, our Prince shall stand, a guiding force, whose light will shine our way forward.

Pyrophorion (VII) – Jul. 3-Aug. 1, 2019

(Λ) Lambda, (H) Eta, (N) Nu

We must strengthen our defenses in the month of Pyrophorion, for Apollon warns of imminent malicious intent, which shall be focused upon us at this time. Stay alert and watchful, and know that all deeds done under the Sun, are seen and recorded. There is no hiding from the Gods. And when dust is settled, our patience and strength shall be reward enough.

Karneion (VIII) – Aug. 2-Aug. 30, 2019

(M) Mu, (O) Omicron, (Ω) Omega

Karneion may come with a bitter harvest, as the seeds sown by troublemakers in the previous month, though cut down, still leave some residue upon the blade. We must continue to cleanse ourselves of all ill, and to follow the roads Apollon has paved for us. What is difficult often offers the most satisfying reward, come the end. And again, all that is given is what is earned. Walk in the right, and right shall precede you, in truth.

Agetoreios (IX) – Aug. 31-Sep. 28, 2019

(Ξ) Xi, (P) Rho, (Π) Pi

We find ourselves waiting in Agetoreios, for that which we have long hoped for, but, is what we have hoped for truly what is best? If we have waited so long, why has our idleness not been rewarded? Perhaps it is time to cease waiting, for what is not ready, may never be ready for us. Our destiny awaits, regardless. When we accept this, the goal shall become tangible.

Aegletion (XI) – Sep. 29-Oct. 28, 2019

(P) Rho, (Ξ) Xi, (E) Epsilon

In the month of Aegletion, we can see ahead, the fruit of our labors. We see all the potential, and all that is good within the promises we have made, and kept. We may seek to quickly grasp what lay ahead, but that time has not yet come. Patience is still required. We must allow events to ripen, and roots to take hold. This will ensure that the tree has a solid foundation, as it grows, branching toward the heavens.

Ktistesia, the Treasury of Apollon’s founding anniversary, and day for the purification of altars. It derives its name from Ktistes, the title of the hero-founder, one who would have founded a city, dynasty, or institution in times past. And the One whom we focus this adoration upon, as our Founder, is of course, Apollon, who rules the family that is our Sisterhood. Ktistesia provides a time for us, as Sisters, to come together, no matter how far apart, to take our places as the first roots in a system that may yet stretch deep and wide across time and distance, should that remain Apollon’s will.

Today is a busy day, so the ritual of Ktistesia is a simple one, which leaves plenty of time for the work of dusting, washing, and wiping altars, shrines and statues. It is advised that the general house cleaning be taken care of previously, so that your mind may be focused solely upon the spiritual work ahead. You will need only a small altar, and whatever items bring you closer to Apollon, as well as offerings, incense, and a libation. You will also utilize your own bodily energy, and sincere adoration of Apollon.

If you are in a group, each person will take another by the wrist of their adjacent arm, as they stand next to one another. Close the gap to form a circle around your altar (representing unity), whereupon you have laid offerings and burned incense. If you are alone, you will grasp your own wrists, holding your arms out in front of you, in a kind of circle, as you stand before the altar. The Ritual Facilitator lets out a cry of longing, and begins to evoke Lord Apollon, in whatever way is appropriate and agreed upon.

The crying out must not be skipped. This ritual, though brief, is designed to evoke emotion and familial attachment between us Sisters, and between our Sisterhood and Apollon, present and future. We are emotionally attached to our families, therefor we must demonstrate this with authenticity. I genuinely love and care for all of you. I genuinely want all of you to succeed. And like any dynasty, we should be concerned with the excellence we leave in our wake. And if we are lucky, as well as persistent, it will build upon each successive generation.

As that is our hope, in this ritual we offer these future generations solace and care, and a place and family with which to unburden themselves, along side us here and now. We are their foundation. Let them lean upon us. Let us be solid, yet flexible within the shifting ground.

After the evocation, and Apollon has revealed His presence, comes time for standing firm. At this stage of the ritual, still in our circular stance, we simply pledge to be the strength of the Treasury, to uphold its foundations, and to strive toward excellence, in Apollon’s name. We pledge to hold our Sisters in their burdens, and to keep compassion and tenderness in our hearts. We pledge to be the firsts roots of the great tree, soaking in the nutrients needed to sustain our Treasury in the years to come. And we pledge to tend this tree, and to help it to grow tall and outward stretching, as our Lord sweeps across the world. We are the roots, intertwined. We are the system than endures. These pledges may be uttered spontaneously, or memorized as you please. What matters is that they are heartfelt.

Once the pledges are made, we release our/each others’ hands, raising them to the heavens, in the traditional pose, as the Ritual Facilitator entreats Apollon for His blessings in this endeavor. And other offerings from the Sisterhood may be laid upon, or around, the altar at this time. Ritual Facilitator then offers thanks to Apollon for His presence and blessings. A final libation is made at this time, with all Sisters expressing our gratitude, and hope for our Treasury’s future. Again, we thank our Lord, Apollon Ktistes (Apollon the Founder), concluding the ritual.

Afterward, get to breaking down all altars that you wish to be cleansed, and start the important work of the day. Blessed Ktistesia, Sisters!